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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Nottingham to Brighton from various bus operators like National Express for the next days.

today
£15
tomorrow
£16
Saturday
£16
Sunday
£17
Monday
£16
Tuesday
£15
Wednesday
£15

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 10m 05:55 Nottingham University South Entrance 13:05 Brighton York Place  Economy £15
National Express 7h 50m 11:40 Nottingham University South Entrance 19:30 Brighton York Place  Economy £15
National Express 6h 42m 16:40 Nottingham University South Entrance 23:22 Brighton York Place  Economy £15
National Express 7h 7m 05:55 Nottingham University South Entrance 13:02 Brighton Preston Circus  Economy £15
National Express 7h 47m 11:40 Nottingham University South Entrance 19:27 Brighton Preston Circus  Economy £15
  • Did you know that if you travel from Nottingham to Brighton via London, you can save more than £1? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      8h 50m
      0
      21:45
      Nottingham
      University North Entrance
      00:30
      London
      Victoria Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £9
      • Waiting Time 3h 55m
    • FlixBus
      2h 10m
      0
      04:25
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      06:35
      Brighton
      Central Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
    Travel time is 2h 8m longer, but you will save £1

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 42m 11:40 Nottingham University South Entrance 19:22 Brighton Preston Park  Economy £16
National Express 6h 52m 17:40 Nottingham University South Entrance 00:32 Brighton Preston Park  Economy £16
National Express 7h 47m 11:40 Nottingham University South Entrance 19:27 Brighton Preston Circus  Economy £16
National Express 6h 55m 17:40 Nottingham University South Entrance 00:35 Brighton Preston Circus  Economy £16
National Express 7h 15m 03:50 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station 11:05 Brighton York Place  Economy £16
  • Did you know that if you travel from Nottingham to Brighton via London, you can save more than £3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 10m
      0
      05:20
      Nottingham
      Broadmarsh Coach Station
      07:50
      London
      Finchley Road Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 0h 30m
    • FlixBus
      2h 10m
      0
      08:20
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      10:30
      Brighton
      Central Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
    Travel Time is 1h 42m shorter, and you will save £3

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 57m 03:50 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station 10:47 Brighton Preston Park  Economy £16
National Express 7h 7m 05:50 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station 12:57 Brighton Preston Park  Economy £16
National Express 7h 22m 06:35 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station 13:57 Brighton Preston Park  Economy £16
National Express 7h 27m 11:30 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station 18:57 Brighton Preston Park  Economy £16
National Express 6h 57m 13:00 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station 19:57 Brighton Preston Park  Economy £16
  • Did you know that if you travel from Nottingham to Brighton via London, you can save more than £3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 10m
      0
      05:20
      Nottingham
      Broadmarsh Coach Station
      07:50
      London
      Finchley Road Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 0h 30m
    • FlixBus
      2h 10m
      0
      08:20
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      10:30
      Brighton
      Central Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
    Travel Time is 1h 47m shorter, and you will save £3

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 23m 11:30 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station 18:53 Brighton Patcham Place  Economy £17
National Express 6h 53m 13:00 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station 19:53 Brighton Patcham Place  Economy £17
National Express 6h 43m 14:00 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station 20:43 Brighton Patcham Place  Economy £17
National Express 6h 43m 16:30 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station 23:13 Brighton Patcham Place  Economy £17
National Express 6h 58m 17:30 Nottingham Broadmarsh Coach Station 00:28 Brighton Patcham Place  Economy £17
  • Did you know that if you travel from Nottingham to Brighton via London, you can save more than £4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 10m
      0
      05:20
      Nottingham
      Broadmarsh Coach Station
      07:50
      London
      Finchley Road Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 0h 30m
    • FlixBus
      2h 10m
      0
      08:20
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      10:30
      Brighton
      Central Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
    Travel Time is 1h 33m shorter, and you will save £4

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 47m 11:40 Nottingham University South Entrance 19:27 Brighton Preston Circus  Economy £16
National Express 6h 55m 17:40 Nottingham University South Entrance 00:35 Brighton Preston Circus  Economy £16
National Express 8h 0m 11:40 Nottingham University South Entrance 19:40 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy £16
National Express 7h 5m 17:40 Nottingham University South Entrance 00:45 Brighton Pool Valley Coach Station  Economy £16
National Express 7h 38m 11:40 Nottingham University South Entrance 19:18 Brighton Patcham Place  Economy £16
  • Did you know that if you travel from Nottingham to Brighton via London, you can save more than £3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 10m
      0
      05:20
      Nottingham
      Broadmarsh Coach Station
      07:50
      London
      Finchley Road Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 0h 30m
    • FlixBus
      2h 10m
      0
      08:20
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      10:30
      Brighton
      Central Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
    Travel Time is 1h 45m shorter, and you will save £3

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 2m 05:55 Nottingham University South Entrance 12:57 Brighton Preston Park  Economy £15
National Express 7h 42m 11:40 Nottingham University South Entrance 19:22 Brighton Preston Park  Economy £15
National Express 6h 37m 16:40 Nottingham University South Entrance 23:17 Brighton Preston Park  Economy £15
National Express 6h 53m 05:55 Nottingham University South Entrance 12:48 Brighton Patcham Place  Economy £15
National Express 7h 38m 11:40 Nottingham University South Entrance 19:18 Brighton Patcham Place  Economy £15
  • Did you know that if you travel from Nottingham to Brighton via London, you can save more than £2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 10m
      0
      05:20
      Nottingham
      Broadmarsh Coach Station
      07:50
      London
      Finchley Road Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £8
      • Waiting Time 0h 30m
    • FlixBus
      2h 10m
      0
      08:20
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      10:30
      Brighton
      Central Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
    Travel Time is 1h 27m shorter, and you will save £2

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 7h 10m 05:55 Nottingham University South Entrance 13:05 Brighton York Place  Economy £15
National Express 7h 50m 11:40 Nottingham University South Entrance 19:30 Brighton York Place  Economy £15
National Express 6h 42m 16:40 Nottingham University South Entrance 23:22 Brighton York Place  Economy £15
National Express 7h 7m 05:55 Nottingham University South Entrance 13:02 Brighton Preston Circus  Economy £15
National Express 7h 47m 11:40 Nottingham University South Entrance 19:27 Brighton Preston Circus  Economy £15
  • Did you know that if you travel from Nottingham to Brighton via London, you can save more than £3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 10m
      0
      11:35
      Nottingham
      Central Station
      14:15
      London
      Finchley Road Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £7
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      2h 25m
      0
      14:20
      London
      Stratford Coach Station
      16:45
      Brighton
      Central Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
    Travel Time is 1h 32m shorter, and you will save £3

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Nottingham to Brighton is £12 on 09/07/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Nottingham and Brighton

See here how frequent the connections between Nottingham and Brighton are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 157 daily coaches from Nottingham to Brighton. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 124 daily coaches between Nottingham and Brighton.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 321 coaches from Nottingham to Brighton, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Nottingham and Brighton, with 161 offers.

Facts about coaches from Nottingham to Brighton

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 137 times every day by bus from Nottingham to Brighton in one click! Book your bus ticket from Nottingham to Brighton starting from £12!

Cheapest Bus £12
Fastest Bus 6h 13m
Earliest Coach 02:30
Latest Coach 22:45
Daily Bus Connections 137 Ø
Distance 247.2 km
Coach Companies National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Nottingham to Brighton

Every day, 137 buses from 1 coach companies leave Nottingham for Brighton: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 18/06/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 15/06
Tuesday 16/06
Wednesday 17/06
Thursday 18/06
£19
Friday 19/06
£20
Saturday 20/06
£20
Sunday 21/06
£27
Monday 22/06
£16
Tuesday 23/06
£15
Wednesday 24/06
£19
Thursday 25/06
£19
Friday 26/06
£23
Saturday 27/06
£20
Sunday 28/06
£14
Monday 29/06
Tuesday 30/06
£13
Wednesday 01/07
Thursday 02/07
Friday 03/07
£13
Saturday 04/07
Sunday 05/07
Monday 06/07
Tuesday 07/07
£14
Wednesday 08/07
Thursday 09/07
£12
Friday 10/07
£20
Saturday 11/07
£16
Sunday 12/07

The cheapest time to travel from Nottingham to Brighton

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Nottingham to Brighton, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £12, Thursday is the cheapest day for a coach from Nottingham to Brighton. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £16.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Nottingham to Brighton, with £12. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £15.

How to save money travelling from Nottingham to Brighton

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Nottingham to Brighton in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Nottingham to Brighton, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Nottingham to Brighton are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Nottingham to Brighton

These are the most booked bus companies between Nottingham to Brighton from our users.

National Express from Nottingham to Brighton

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Nottingham to Brighton:

Cheapest Price £15
Fastest Coach 6h 13m
Earliest Coach 02:30
Last Coach 22:45
Daily Connections 137 Ø
Found on 15/06/2026

All bus stations and stops in Nottingham and Brighton

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Nottingham and Brighton.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Nottingham to Brighton? Compare all modes of transports from Nottingham to Brighton.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Nottingham to Brighton

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Nottingham to Brighton? Or which bus companies serve the route Nottingham to Brighton? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Nottingham to Brighton bus

How much does a Nottingham - Brighton coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Nottingham - Brighton bus trip is available from £12 and takes 7h 10m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Nottingham to Brighton?

The connection Nottingham to Brighton is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £12 to £49. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Nottingham - Brighton route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Nottingham to Brighton is offered by roughly 137 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Brighton from Nottingham take?

The quickest coach from Nottingham to Brighton is provided by National Express and takes 6h 13m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £16. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Nottingham to Brighton?

The earliest bus to Brighton departs from Nottingham at 02:30. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Nottingham to Brighton?

The latest bus to Brighton departs from Nottingham at 22:45. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Nottingham - Brighton route?

Passengers looking to travel from Nottingham to Brighton can travel with National Express. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Nottingham and Brighton?

You can check all the direct connections between Nottingham and Brighton by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express.

What can I take with me on the bus to Brighton from Nottingham?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Nottingham Brighton bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Nottingham Brighton bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Nottingham to Brighton on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Nottingham to Brighton?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 137 daily trips between Nottingham and Brighton. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Nottingham to Brighton?

Prices and availability for 137 trips between Nottingham and Brighton change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Nottingham to Brighton

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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